Meaning
Pertaining to elements that are subject to change or variation, particularly in contexts where adaptability or fluctuation is a critical consideration; often employed in scientific, mathematical, and statistical discourse to denote factors that may influe
💡 While "variable" is frequently used in academic and technical contexts, it is important to distinguish it from synonymous terms like "changeable" or "mutable," which may imply a less systematic or quantifiable nature of change.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Maya
prepared
for
the
outdoor
workshop
by
consulting
the
weather
forecast
and
packing
several
layers
of
clothing
.
Because
conditions
on
the
coast
were
notably
variable
,
she
arranged
activities
that
could
shift
easily
between
the
beach
and
a
sheltered
hall
.
Her
schedule
combined
short
talks
,
practical
exercises
and
quiet
reflection
,
so
participants
could
remain
engaged
whether
it
was
calm
or
windy
.
She
instructed
her
assistants
to
monitor
attendance
and
modify
the
timetable
if
the
group
responded
to
the
breeze
in
unexpected
ways
.
By
prioritizing
adaptability
and
observing
minor
fluctuations
in
comfort
,
the
team
maintained
a
constructive
atmosphere
and
met
the
learning
objectives
.
Common Phrases
variable factors
variable outcomes
variable conditions
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